SOW Irrigation 042320.pdf

STATEMENT WORK

IRRIGATION/SPRINKLER STARTUP & SHUTDOWN SERVICES

FORT SNELLING NATIONAL CEMETERY

April 23, 2020

Statement of Work The project is to facilitate the successful winterization and startup of an automatically controlled underground landscape irrigation system. The contractor shall furnish all material, labor, equipment, and supervision necessary to perform startup, winterization, and necessary repairs on the existing irrigation system at the Fort Snelling National Cemetery twice per year. The project encompasses the underground irrigation system, controllers, control devises, control valves, sprinkler heads and accessible field wiring.

Project Location The Fort Snelling National Cemetery is located at 7601 34th Avenue S, Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Property Description The Fort Snelling National Cemetery currently irrigates 180 acres along with 15 functional satellites, 352 zones, controlled by 371 valves, with at least 4,250 sprinkler heads. Additionally, there are 82 standpipes and approximately 170 quick connects.

Project Duration The irrigation/sprinkler contract will be issued for a base period of one year with (4) Four – one-year options if exercised.

Program Objectives

1. Contractor shall provide a written plan addressing the startup, repair and blowdown of the irrigation system.

2. Contractor shall provide a daily report of work completed within the past 24 hours and the anticipated work for the next 24 hours to the COR.

3. Contractor shall provide an annual report of all work performed which will include all repairs and materials used. Report to be submitted before December 31st, annually.

4. Contractor shall make every effort to ensure all irrigation/sprinkler is functioning and repairs completed as early in the irrigation season as possible, especially being cognizant of the Memorial Day Cemetery Observance.

5. All work shall be performed in such a way to minimize disruption to the cemetery and daily operations.

6. The contractor shall make every effort to minimize the use of hand tools (i.e. pliers, channel locks, etc.) when opening and closing zone valves.

Project Specifics Winterization

1. Winterization shall be performed sometime in the month of September and October. The Contractor shall coordinate the winterization with the COR.

2. The contractor shall blowout water using appropriate size compressor. The contractor shall take measures to ensure to preclude excessive friction and heat buildup due in part, to rapid induction of forced pressurized air into the irrigation system during the blowout.

3. All valves should be opened a sufficient number of times to ensure water is completely expelled from the system.

4. Reseal piping to prevent infiltration of ground water.

5. Work with the COR to provide tag out/lock out of all irrigation main line valves.

Spring Start up

1. Spring start up shall be performed sometime in April or May. The contractor shall coordinate the startup with the COR.

2. The contractor shall check the system for obvious external damage and missing heads.

3. Satellites shall be used to test for functionality to all irrigated areas.

4. The contractor shall fill the system and check for breaks and leaks, proper operation and water distribution in all irrigated and supply areas.

5. The contractor shall follow best practice procedures regarding excavation, safely securing, proper storage or disposal of spoils and turf repair of any repairs to the irrigation system.

6. Make the best possible attempt to keep repairs localized to the smallest of area as realistically possible.

7. Remove, clean, replace clogged and broken heads and valves.

8. Fix or repair all breaks or leaks to the entire irrigation system.

9. Recalibrate and adjust all aspects of each system and zone ensuring complete coverage of irrigated sections.

10. Provide service within 24 hours for any repairs that can be attributed to winter frost damage after startup has been completed.

Contractor shall be responsible for obtaining all necessary local, state, and federal permits and licenses and payment of related fees. All work performed shall conform to all applicable safety, health, security, codes and regulations and be in accordance with other terms and conditions as specified in the existing contract.

Submittals All products specified are to establish a standard of quality. Submittal response by the government shall be within five (5) calendar days or less. After completion of all work, the Contractor shall submit to the COR the manufacturer's specifications, instructions and material specification sheets in original form.

Additionally, the Contractor shall submit all irrigation system changes (removals, additions, upgrades, etc., and new condition codes) to the COR.

Equipment The contractor shall provide all equipment associated with the entire project, operate in a safe manner and adhere to all OSHA and applicable standards.

Equipment and Material Storage The contractor shall provide and store all equipment, the materials specified above, and any other materials required to complete the project. (Will Snelling provide a space at Cemetery for storage?)

Protection of Public The contractor shall fence, barricade, or otherwise block off the immediate work area to prevent unauthorized entry or accidental hazards.

Housekeeping The project site shall be kept in a neat, orderly, and safe condition at all times.

Disposal All material removed shall be disposed of outside Government facilities and land. The contractor shall dispose of refuse in compliance with applicable regulations at a public or private dumping area.

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